This surface-mount exit sign is engineered for demanding environments where durability, reliability, and safety are critical. Designed for both wall and ceiling installation, it is available in single- or double-face configurations and constructed with ligature-resistant features, making it ideal for correctional, behavioral health, and other secure facilities. The fixture is built from heavy-duty 14-gauge cold rolled steel or stainless steel, providing exceptional resistance to tampering and impact. It utilizes indirect red or green LED illumination to clearly mark exit routes, ensuring visibility under all conditions while minimizing glare and direct light exposure.
The door and housing are each formed from a single piece of prime-grade 14-gauge material with continuously seam-welded corners, achieving a completely smooth and seamless appearance without any post grinding. This TIG-welded design enhances strength, hygiene, and aesthetic integrity. The LED light source features either 624 nm red or 527 nm green LEDs, and all electrical components are mounted on a removable, high-impact, injection-molded polycarbonate chassis for easy servicing and long-term reliability. The unit is “Exit Ready,” capable of powering a Kenall METSS Satellite Exit when required.
Every detail of the fixture is engineered for security and longevity. Hardened security screws provide protection against tampering, while a TGIC polyester powder coat finish ensures superior resistance to corrosion and environmental wear. The five-stage pre-treatment process and 1,000-hour salt spray test certification confirm exceptional finish durability, and its 92% reflectance maximizes light output efficiency. An optional black exterior finish is available for environments requiring reduced visibility or aesthetic contrast.
The internally illuminated legend features six-inch-high letters with a 0.75-inch stroke, stencil-cut into internal panels with red or green filter inserts. The front face is protected by a 0.188-inch-thick clear polycarbonate panel for impact resistance. Universal arrow options are included, allowing flexible directional configuration during installation.
Built to meet stringent safety and performance standards, this exit sign is UL and CUL listed for wet locations and UL Classified IP65 per IEC 60598. It meets or exceeds UL924 and NFPA 101 requirements, as well as CSA and NRCAN standards, ensuring compliance with North American codes for life safety equipment. The ligature-resistant design and compliance with the Build America, Buy America Act make it suitable for institutional and government projects.
For emergency preparedness, the fixture can be equipped with a sealed nickel-cadmium emergency battery pack (EL) featuring deep-cycle battery conditioning, self-test and diagnostic circuitry, a protected mechanical test switch, and a remote laser-activated test switch with status indicator. This battery pack provides up to 120 minutes of emergency operation and functions in ambient temperatures ranging from 10°C to 45°C (50°F to 113°F). A cold-weather version (CEL) extends the operational range to -45°C (-49°F). When paired with a Kenall METSS unit, the fixture provides 90 minutes of emergency illumination.
Designed for rugged applications such as parks and recreation facilities, correctional dayrooms, restrooms, showers, foyers, corridors, multifamily housing, and cafeterias, this exit sign delivers exceptional performance and reliability. Its robust construction, compliance with strict safety standards, and flexible installation options make it a trusted solution for environments where both security and visibility are paramount.
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